Ding, a mechanical electronic sound came from the meeting room speaker: "This Zijin Real Estate smart home chip bidding meeting is about to start the bid opening. We will announce the bid opening results based on the principles of fairness and impartiality..."

At the forefront of the seats, Qin Libao occasionally cast ambiguous glances at Zhao Changheng, while Xu Xiangbei wore his usual calm smile, sitting steadily in his chair like an iceberg.

Gu Xiangyi learned about Xu Xiangbei’s bet with Zhao Changheng and looked reproachfully at him. However, what Xu Xiangbei had said was like water spilled, impossible to take back.

Gu Xiangyi gently held Xu Xiangbei’s hand and whispered, "Alas, can’t you see it, or are you pretending not to? Zhao Changheng and Qin Libao are exchanging looks; there must be something fishy. You still believe that Dragon Tiger Group can win the bid and even bet with Thunderbird Group’s shares. This time you really let them take advantage. When the bid opens, don’t panic, stay calm. Failure is the mother of success. You have to be strong."

Xu Xiangbei squeezed Gu Xiangyi’s gentle hand: "Is this how you comfort me? It’s like I’m bound to fail. Can’t you believe in me just once? We will definitely win."

Seeing Xu Xiangbei still so confident, Gu Xiangyi gently rested her head on his shoulder: "Whether it’s win or lose, you must believe that I will always be by your side."

Finally, it was time to announce the bidding results, with Qin Libao personally revealing the successful manufacturer.

Qin Libao cleared his throat and cast a suggestive smile at Zhao Changheng: "The company that won the bid for the Zijin Real Estate smart home chip is Dragon Tiger Group Company. Please invite Miss Gu Xiangyi, the bidding agent for Dragon Tiger Group, to the rostrum to sign the contract."

When Qin Libao mentioned the four words "Dragon Tiger Group," Zhao Changheng froze, the glass in his hand shattering as it fell to the ground. His face was filled with disbelief, not understanding how the arrangement he had made with Qin Libao could change.

Not only did Zhao Changheng freeze, but Gu Xiangyi also stood in shock, wondering if she had heard wrong. It wasn’t until the speaker again invited Miss Gu Xiangyi to the rostrum to sign the contract that she believed she represented Dragon Tiger Group in winning the bid.

She punched Xu Xiangbei on the shoulder, asking excitedly, "Was it you? Did you pull some strings?"

Xu Xiangbei laughed, "What do you mean I pulled some strings? Didn’t I tell you long ago that Dragon Tiger Group would win? You just didn’t believe me. You women, so little self-confidence. If you can’t believe in yourself, at least believe in me."

Seeing Gu Xiangyi go to the rostrum to sign the production contract, Zhao Changheng’s face showed an expression of anger born from betrayal. He glared fiercely at Qin Libao, pointing and cursing him: "Liar, you big liar. You promised me long ago, saying you’d let me win the bid. How could Dragon Tiger Group win? Qin Libao, we’ve known each other for decades, yet you deceive me."

Qin Libao’s expression turned sinister, and he said to the security guards, "Get this shouting and noisy person out."

A few security guards came over and dragged Zhao Changheng out of the bidding venue. 𝐟𝚛𝕖𝚎𝕨𝗲𝐛𝚗𝐨𝐯𝐞𝕝.𝐜𝗼𝗺

Xu Xiangbei followed him out of the venue, smiling at Zhao Changheng, "President Zhao, now you know whether I, Xu Xiangbei, know how to do business, right?"

Zhao Changheng’s face was ashen, his lips trembling with anger. He grabbed Xu Xiangbei’s arm fiercely: "How could it be? How could Dragon Tiger Group win the bid? What on earth did you do?"

Knocking Zhao Changheng’s hand off his arm, Xu Xiangbei gave a cold sneer: "President Zhao, what I did doesn’t matter. The important thing is that I won. Do you really think that your little tricks could deceive everyone and secretly manipulate? Who can’t play dirty tricks? You know how to play tricks in the dark, and so do I. Moreover, I know Qin Libao’s weakness better. The little water lily you gave Qin Libao is beautiful and lovely, and any man would like it. But Qin Libao never lacks women. Even if a goddess were placed in front of him, it’d just be a game for him. Do you know what he cares most about?"

Zhao Changheng resentfully asked: "What does he care about, if not money and women?"

"He cares most about his son, that lazy son of his, Qin Daming. President Zhao, remember to transfer that ten percent of your Thunderbird Company shares to me. Goodbye."

With that, Xu Xiangbei returned to the bidding venue.

After signing the contract with Gu Xiangyi, Qin Libao quickly left the bidding venue.

In Qin Libao’s office at Zijin Real Estate, Xu Xiangbei handed a USB drive to Qin Libao.

The USB contained a video of Xiao Bing confessing to Xu Xiangbei that Qin Daming had ordered him to attack Xu Xiangbei.

Qin Libao and Uncle Qin both looked ashen; they were a step behind, allowing Xiao Bing to fall into Xu Xiangbei’s hands.

With trembling hands, Uncle Qin held a hammer and smashed the USB into pieces.

Qin Libao’s eyes shone with a look of terror, and he gritted his teeth, saying: "I promise I’ll make Daming leave Huaxia. As long as you’re here, he will never return."

Xu Xiangbei smirked coldly: "President Qin, I hope you remember your promise, or I won’t spare your son. Even if I don’t send him to jail, I’ll make him wish he were dead."

"Thank you, President Xu, for sparing Daming. The brat has already left Huaxia; rest assured."

Xu Xiangbei’s lips curled into a cold smile: "Since this matter is settled, I congratulate you on your successful cooperation with Dragon Tiger Group. See you next time."

Xu Xiangbei left the office, and Qin Libao and Uncle Qin exchanged looks, wiping the cold sweat from their foreheads.

Gu Xiangyi and Xu Xiangbei shared a passionate kiss before parting, Gu Xiangyi’s shy face full of rosy hues: "Thank you, you helped me once again. If it weren’t for you, the smart home project would have been taken by Zhao Changheng."

Holding Gu Xiangyi, Xu Xiangbei gazed at the swaying bamboo in the distant Beihai Park.

Xu Xiangbei stroked Gu Xiangyi’s silky hair: "I’m going back to Earth Sea tomorrow. When will you return?"

Gently snuggling into Xu Xiangbei’s embrace, Gu Xiangyi closed her eyes, feeling the warmth and breadth of his chest.

"There are still many follow-up matters to handle. I have to wait for Brother Ouyang to come here to discuss the specific details. Once Brother Ouyang arrives and I hand everything over to him, I’ll return to Jiangcheng. The toy chip order I handed to you must be completed on time; it’s to be exported to Europe, you know."

"Got it, my President Gu. The tasks you’ve assigned, I will be sure to prepare and complete. Don’t worry, at this time, let’s not talk about work. How about we go boating in Beihai Park?"

Gu Xiangyi’s face beamed brightly, her smile even more enchanting: "Sure, let’s take Ah Rong with us, and we can boat together."

Xu Xiangbei had a mischievous smile: "Just the two of us will go. I want to go behind the bamboo grove where it’s quietest to be with you, hehe..."

Gu Xiangyi blushed and punched Xu Xiangbei on the shoulder, pouting and said coquettishly: "I didn’t agree to you messing around. If you bully me again, I won’t go."